In this section you will find information, links and resources for women who want to start a career, develop an existing career path or change to a new career. You can also find links to educational and training institutions both within the ACT and nationally.
(ACT) The Australian National University
- is Australia's most research-intensive universities, with a high ratio of academic staff to students.
(ACT) University of Canberra - offers undergraduate and post-graduate courses, typically with an applied focus.
(ACT) Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) - is the ACT and region's leading training organisation providing career opportunities and partnering with industry and individuals to develop a skilled community.
(ACT) The Australian Catholic University (Canberra Campus) - offers academic programs in arts, education, social work and theology.
(ACT) CIT Vocational College - is for people of varying backgrounds and experience. Students work towards essential skills like Year 10, Year 12 and English while making a start on their work qualifications.
(ACT) Return to Work Courses - the 14-week course (Certificate 1 in Learning Options) runs during school hours at the Woden and Bruce campuses. Learn in a supportive environment and attendance is only nine hours per week.
(ACT) Quest Solutions - provides practical skills for getting and keeping a job. Free training available for eligible people. Training is available in business; security; hospitality; retail; disability and aged care.
(ACT) Optimum Training and Development - Southside Community Service -provides a nationally recognised training institution providing professional development services. Certificate Level courses available in General Education for Adults; Children's Services; Business Services. College of Beauty is also run by OTD.
(ACT) New Horizons - A Gungahlin Regional Community Service initiative which provides. Provides career skills programs for women. On-site childcare provided to participants who have children under 6yrs.
Phone: 02 6123 4422 or 02 6228 9200.
Email: grcs@grcs.org.au
(ACT) Capital Careers - a registered training organisation specialising in developing and delivering innovative training solutions for business, government and community organisations.
Capital Careers is a commercial organisation but maintains a strong social focus through our public and community programs. Activities include delivering vocational training for people who are disadvantaged in our community - particularly those with disabilities.
APSjobs - is your gateway to a challenging and rewarding career in the Australian Public Service (APS).
Myfuture - is a joint initiative of the Australian, state and territory governments. It provides career information and a career exploration tools. Individuals are able to explore their skills and interests, identify their career ideas, develop their career plan and research options for further study or training.
Centrelink Career Information Centres (CICs) - are open to all Australians and have a range of career resources to help you plan your future. For more information or help, drop into your nearest CIC.
JobSearch - is an Australian Government website that provides a one-stop shop for jobs and career information.
Career Advice Australia - is an Australian Government initiative committed to providing quality career education, and helping all young Australians make a smooth transition through school and on to further study, training or work.
Note: Career Advice Australia website and programs have been decommissioned. Similar service is delivered by the National Partnership on Youth Attainment and Transitions (DEEWR)
Jumpstart - If you want to finish Year 12 and you are into cars, fixing things, problem-solving and motor sport - then find out more about the Jumpstart Auto body Traineeship - a School-based Traineeship for students in Years 11 or 12. You can earn some money; get on and off the job training and experience and have a full time job opportunity when you finish Year 12. Take the first steps towards securing a rewarding career in the autobody repair industry!
Year 12 - what next? provides young people with up-to-date information about the vast array of post-school study options through vocational and technical education (VTE) and Australian Apprenticeships, as well as university.
Make it! - is a national campaign to encourage young people to consider careers in manufacturing.
The Australian Apprenticeships Access Program - provides training assistance to people who are disadvantaged in the labour market and need preliminary training to successfully participate in an Australian Apprenticeship.
OZJAC - is an easy-to-use computer program that can help young people and adults find the answers to their job, course and career questions.
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Similar career quiz (not just for young people leaving school) can be found at: http://joboutlook.gov.au/pages/careerquiz.aspx
Other information for young school leavers looking at employment and study options: http://www.youth.gov.au/Links/Pages/educationwork.aspx
Australian Apprenticeships Job Pathways Services - are available to anyone of working age and do not require any entry qualifications. You can be a school-leaver, re-entering the workforce or simply wishing to change careers.
The Australian Apprenticeships Training Information Service - is a single point of contact to coordinate information to Australian Apprenticeships Centres and Registered Training Organisations on the range, availability and relevance of national Training Packages. The site has been in operation for over 8 years and was previously known as the NAT Information Service.
Australian Apprenticeships - offer a job pathway that combines training for a nationally recognised qualification with employment.
JET - is a not-for-profit online service enabling employers to advertise apprenticeships and traineeships and for jobseekers to receive the vacancies by email.
ACT Vocational Education and Training - is 'education and training for work' and part of a broader educational network in Australia that includes schools, universities and adult and community education. For details on the national VET system go to: www.training.com.au
Tools for Your Trade - is a government initiative providing up to $800 for the purchase of trade tools for eligible Australian Apprentices.
Centrelink Indigenous Cadetship Program - provides assistance to students to complete study at an approved tertiary institution.
Department of Employment, Education and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) - website has a range of links to training and skills related Internet sites.
The Job Guide - is one of the Commonwealth Government's services to help people find out about careers, education and training
SkillsInfo - has skills related information on education, training, industries and regions and data on industry employment trends and prospects.
Training.com.au - is your single point of access to the vast range of vocational education and training information, products and services in Australia.
Workplace Relations - is the central point of contact for free advice and information on Australia's workplace relations system for employers and employees. The Workplace Relations also accepts lodgements of workplace agreements.
WorldSkills Australia - is a not for profit membership association open to agencies or bodies which have a responsibility for promoting vocational education and training in their respective countries/regions. WorldSkills operates worldwide and is politically and denominationally neutral.
Searching/applying for a Job
http://www.mycareer.com.au
http://www.seek.com.au
http://www.seekit.com.au
Choosing a career, that suits your abilities and interests
http://www.careersonline.com.au
Job hunting advice; career planning/career change
How to write letters. Improve your resume; sample resume and cover letter.
http://careerone.com.au
Programs to assist you to study and training
Centrelink - is an Australian Government agency that finds specific services and programs that you can use when you are studying or training (or planning to study or train).
Searching for jobs in the Public Service
ACT Gazettes Online - provides information on employment opportunities in the ACT Public Service.
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